WHO WE ARE
X Ball Africa is much more than a media platform.
It is a cultural movement, an innovative platform, and a driver of influence for an entire generation of basketball enthusiasts across the African continent and its diaspora.
Founded with the conviction that African basketball deserves a global stage, X Ball Africa works every day to shine a spotlight on its talents, its stories, its playgrounds, its fans, and its creative power.
Through original, committed, and ambitious content, we aim to connect cultures, amplify local voices, and proudly represent African basketball in all its diversity.
Riio & napier
Co-Founders of X Ball Africa
Strategy, content creation, executive leadership
Riwan and Kenan founded X Ball Africa with a shared vision: to build a leading media platform for African basketball.
Together, they oversee the strategic and creative direction of the project, defining editorial guidelines, growth objectives, and key partnerships.
They are behind all major content, which they design, produce, and embody through their media duo, Riio & Napier, the official face of X Ball.
Their work blends storytelling, basketball culture, and youth impact across the entire African continent.
Our long-term Ambition
1
Becoming the Global Reference
Build the leading media reference for African basketball on an international scale.
2
Expanding a Multi-Format Universe
Develop a multi-format platform: news, videos, documentaries, events, merchandising, and more.
3
Shaping the Ecosystem
Become a key player, producing original content, organizing tournaments, partnering with brands, and driving community projects on the ground.
4
Uniting a Strong Community
Establish a powerful and engaged community, online and offline, where youth, passion, culture, and excellence intersect.